a language derived from Latin and spoken by the people of the country of Italy. Here's a pronunciation guide:
A = pronounced like (AH)
AI = pronounced sort of like (EYE)
AU = pronounced like (OW)
B = pronounced like (B)
C = pronounced like (K) when next to A, O, U, HI, HE, R, L
C = pronounced like (CH) when next to I, E, IA, IO, IU
D = pronounced like (D)
E = pronounced like (AY) with single consonants
E = pronounced like (EH) with double consonants
F = pronounced like (F)
G = pronounced like (G) when next to A, O, U, R, L, HI, HE
G = pronounced like (J) when next to I, E, IA, IO, IU
GU = pronounced like (GW)
GN = pronounced like (NY) as in CANYON
GL = pronounced like (LY) as in TALL YARD
H = pronounced silent makes G and C hard next to I and E like in the word "SPAGHETTI"
I = pronounced like (EE)
J = occurs in foreign words; pronounced like (Y)
There is no K
L = pronounced like (L)
M = pronounced like (M)
N = pronounced like (N)
O = pronounced like (OH)
OI = pronounced sort of like (OY)
P = pronounced like (P)
Q = pronounced like (KW) when next to U
R = pronounced like (R) but it is rolled like in Spanish and Latin
S = pronounced like (S) and pronounced like (Z) when it is surrounded by vowels like in "POESIA"
T = pronounced like (T)
U = pronounced like (OO)
V = pronounced like (V)
There is no W
There is no X
There is no Y
Z = pronounced like (TS)
ZZ = pronounced like (TS)
The grave accent appears on the last syllable of words to indicate that it is stressed. Otherwise, there are generally no other accents.
A = pronounced like (AH)
AI = pronounced sort of like (EYE)
AU = pronounced like (OW)
B = pronounced like (B)
C = pronounced like (K) when next to A, O, U, HI, HE, R, L
C = pronounced like (CH) when next to I, E, IA, IO, IU
D = pronounced like (D)
E = pronounced like (AY) with single consonants
E = pronounced like (EH) with double consonants
F = pronounced like (F)
G = pronounced like (G) when next to A, O, U, R, L, HI, HE
G = pronounced like (J) when next to I, E, IA, IO, IU
GU = pronounced like (GW)
GN = pronounced like (NY) as in CANYON
GL = pronounced like (LY) as in TALL YARD
H = pronounced silent makes G and C hard next to I and E like in the word "SPAGHETTI"
I = pronounced like (EE)
J = occurs in foreign words; pronounced like (Y)
There is no K
L = pronounced like (L)
M = pronounced like (M)
N = pronounced like (N)
O = pronounced like (OH)
OI = pronounced sort of like (OY)
P = pronounced like (P)
Q = pronounced like (KW) when next to U
R = pronounced like (R) but it is rolled like in Spanish and Latin
S = pronounced like (S) and pronounced like (Z) when it is surrounded by vowels like in "POESIA"
T = pronounced like (T)
U = pronounced like (OO)
V = pronounced like (V)
There is no W
There is no X
There is no Y
Z = pronounced like (TS)
ZZ = pronounced like (TS)
The grave accent appears on the last syllable of words to indicate that it is stressed. Otherwise, there are generally no other accents.
Italian is a beautiful language and should be taught in more schools. I hope I am not missing anything in the pronunciation.
by Level 12 December 28, 2005
Get the Italianmug. by elster May 5, 2005
Get the ITALIANSmug. An incredibly cultured people who work hard and are not considered white by white people and yet not considered minorities to the WASP-ass government.
Sometimes get a bad rep because of movies and shows where they are depicted as gangsters. Italian women are strong-willed, hard-working, and completey hot just like Irish and Black women. Usually have beautiful olive skin and dark hair. Italian men love their families and work hard and many are incredibly intelligent, despite what it shows in the movies. Leonardo DiVinci, an Italian man, was one of the smartest men in the world. Italians are also great artists. An Italian discovered America, an Italian named America, the Italians slave to make a better life while WASPs like Peter kick us in the face. And don't sit there rolling your eyes, whities, because I know you wouldn't give a damn if another minority wrote this, but simply because you think I'm Italian you blow this off. You're hypocrites.
Sometimes get a bad rep because of movies and shows where they are depicted as gangsters. Italian women are strong-willed, hard-working, and completey hot just like Irish and Black women. Usually have beautiful olive skin and dark hair. Italian men love their families and work hard and many are incredibly intelligent, despite what it shows in the movies. Leonardo DiVinci, an Italian man, was one of the smartest men in the world. Italians are also great artists. An Italian discovered America, an Italian named America, the Italians slave to make a better life while WASPs like Peter kick us in the face. And don't sit there rolling your eyes, whities, because I know you wouldn't give a damn if another minority wrote this, but simply because you think I'm Italian you blow this off. You're hypocrites.
by I am here April 15, 2005
Get the italiansmug. Dude, this girl I'm dating loves getting The Italian every morning as a wake up call.
My favorite part of massaging my clients is ending the session with The Italian.
My favorite part of massaging my clients is ending the session with The Italian.
by bababucket December 29, 2013
Get the The italianmug. The most respected culture around...Hated by those only who wish to be like us...Those who only say were good for pasta is worthless...No worthless empires rule the world for hundreds of years...Shout to my REAL Guido brothers...Not you fake ghetto FUBU wannabes
by 100percentGuido June 22, 2005
Get the Italianmug. Italians are located in the southern part of of Europe. thay are a particularly cultured country. If you see one, don't call him a "Don". He will punch you in the face and walk away. Italy is also known for its music. such artists as Gabry Ponte from Eiffel 65, Emanuele Inglese, as well as all the opera people.
Italy is a leading manufacturer of automobiles. Ferrari, Lamborghini, Fiat, Alfa Romeo, Lancia, and Pagani all are very successful Italian auto makers. In the WRC (World Rally Championship) Lancia holds the record for most consecutive wins. From 1987 to 1992 the Lancia Delta won six Championship titles. Italy is most famous for it's food; lasagna, spaghetti, pizza, prosciutto. The Italians that i know are very friendly. Italian exchange students are very fun. From my experiences Italian exchange students are the best. They cook, clean, and are a joy to have around.
Italy is a leading manufacturer of automobiles. Ferrari, Lamborghini, Fiat, Alfa Romeo, Lancia, and Pagani all are very successful Italian auto makers. In the WRC (World Rally Championship) Lancia holds the record for most consecutive wins. From 1987 to 1992 the Lancia Delta won six Championship titles. Italy is most famous for it's food; lasagna, spaghetti, pizza, prosciutto. The Italians that i know are very friendly. Italian exchange students are very fun. From my experiences Italian exchange students are the best. They cook, clean, and are a joy to have around.
American guy to Italian guy "Hey i was just wondering, What is it like to live in Italy?"
Italian guy to American "It's great! I miss all the Italians."
Italian guy to American "It's great! I miss all the Italians."
by deli.it July 23, 2009
Get the Italiansmug. 